    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2004, Book III)]
    [November 15, 2004]
    [Page 2975]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Resignation of Edward W. Gillespie as Chairman of the Republican National Committee
    November 15, 2004

        Ed Gillespie has done an outstanding job as chairman of the
    Republican National Committee. He helped bring many new people to our
    cause by sharing our vision of a safer world and more hopeful America.
    His successful efforts in outreach, registration, and voter turnout will
    be an enduring legacy on which to build a long-lasting governing
    coalition.
        Republicans now hold the Presidency, majorities in both Houses of
    Congress, and the majority of governorships and State legislatures.
    That's due to a lot of hard work by many people, and one of the most
    important contributions has been the personal commitment, creativity,
    and leadership of Ed Gillespie these past years.
        I thank Ed for his exceptional service and friendship and wish him
    and Cathy all the best.